I'm trying something new this year instead of some of the things I've done for past Christmas dinners (turkey, chicken, pot roast). This year I'm cooking a pork roast in the Crock Pot. Accompanied by homemade mashed potatoes, relish tray and homemade chocolate cake for dessert.

Here's a question: what's something seasonal that's relatively easy to make that will score me some points with the in-laws when I visit them on Christmas day? Ideally, something I could set up in the oven to cook while we're opening presents. Ideas?

SmackLT:Here's a question: what's something seasonal that's relatively easy to make that will score me some points with the in-laws when I visit them on Christmas day? Ideally, something I could set up in the oven to cook while we're opening presents. Ideas?

I am just thinking about Xmas food.I am planning lamb for Xmas, grilled salmon, veggie lausagne xmas eve, soup and many different salads. If you have veggie ideas bring the recipes along.Morgan did you make ratatouille last year? I can't remember. Anything would be great and much appreciated!

I have a question. I bought a deep frier for Friendsgiving and served up some great fried turkey. I thought I'd treat my parents this Christmas to a fried turkey, but maybe you have other suggestions for what I can deep fry?

twoody:SmackLT: Here's a question: what's something seasonal that's relatively easy to make that will score me some points with the in-laws when I visit them on Christmas day? Ideally, something I could set up in the oven to cook while we're opening presents. Ideas?

Helloooo.... sweet or savory?

With all of the desserts that will already be there, I've gotta go savory.

I want to glaze a ham with something other than brown sugar or honey any of you have success with something a little more say... Exotic? Also I have a confession I hate Christmas! But seriously ham glaze GO!

I've been thinking of doing a goose this year. all the old stories reference a christmas goose like its a thing and i've never had one. I've heard its similar to cooking a duck. anyone have any tips/tricks?

SmackLT:twoody: SmackLT: Here's a question: what's something seasonal that's relatively easy to make that will score me some points with the in-laws when I visit them on Christmas day? Ideally, something I could set up in the oven to cook while we're opening presents. Ideas?

Helloooo.... sweet or savory?

With all of the desserts that will already be there, I've gotta go savory.

I never have enough sweets at my holiday feasts (because I'm not a big fan)...so, do you have any good suggestions (other than pie)?

When I sneak into your house over the holidays, I notice a very nice aromatic smell that isn't usually there. Are there special Christmas (or whatever Mormons do) herbs that you use during this season?

Ideally, something I could set up in the oven to cook while we're opening presents. Ideas?

Throw some cut up onions, sweet potatoes, and apples in the bottom of a relatively large cooking vessel (like a 6-8 qt dutch oven). Add some rosemary, salt, and just enough orange juice to cover the veggies 3/4ths of the way up. Add a couple of tbs of butter. If you're so inclined, throw 1/4 cup of maple syrup or brown sugar in with it.

Salt the outside f a 4 lb chicken on top, and place it on top of the veggies, out of the liquid. Put in a 375-400 degree oven until the thighs register 165 on a meat thermometer - 1 1/4 - 1/1/2 hour.